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Alexander Walters was born in Bardstown in 1858, the son of two LaRue County slaves. His first breath came in the floor of the kitchen of what is now the Talbott Tavern in Bardstown. At the time, it was called The Donahoe Hotel.

The future didn’t hold much promise for the little black baby born that August morning, the sixth of eight children.

Unbeknownst to those gathered, that baby would grow up to become a leader, not only in Kentucky, but across the United States, Europe and Africa. However, his roots remained firmly planted in the Bluegrass State.

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield’s recent data breach could affect Kentuckians who are insured through the health care giant, but it’s a threat that could be difficult to track.

The hackers took personal information that could be used to set up credit cards or establish other credit accounts in a person’s name. But until the person actually makes a charge using the stolen identity, there is little local police can do.

The Kentucky State Police Post 04 in Elizabethtown covers eight counties: Hardin, Jefferson, Bullitt, Nelson, Meade, Breckenridge, LaRue and Grayson.

Citizens can contribute to highway safety by reporting erratic drivers to the Kentucky State Police toll-free at 1-800-222-5555. Callers will remain anonymous and should give a description of the vehicle, location, direction of travel and license number if possible.